Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs online. Estimate reading time.
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How to Use Word Counter
- 1Type or paste your text into the editor.
- 2View live statistics for words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs as you type.
- 3Check the estimated reading time based on an average reading speed of 200-250 words per minute.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are words counted?
Words are counted by splitting the text on whitespace boundaries. Hyphenated words (e.g. "well-known") count as a single word. Multiple consecutive spaces and blank lines do not inflate the count.
How is reading time estimated?
Reading time is calculated by dividing the total word count by an average adult reading speed of approximately 200-250 words per minute. The result is rounded up to the nearest minute.
Does it count HTML tags?
Yes. This tool counts all text as-is, including any HTML tags or code. If you need to count only the visible text, remove the markup before pasting.
Is my text sent to a server?
No. All counting and analysis is performed entirely in your browser. Your text never leaves your device.